Lower Mill Estate is in Somerford Keynes, Cirencester and in Cotswold district. GL7 6FL is located in the Kemble electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of The Cotswolds. This postcode has been in use since 2007-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lower Mill Estate, Somerford Keynes, Cirencester, GL7 6FL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL7 6FN, GL7 6FJ, GL7 6FZ, GL7 6FW, GL7 6FT, GL7 6FQ, GL7 6QG, GL7 6GD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL7 6FL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 51.6% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 49.1% | 48.4% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of GL7 6FL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 70.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.4% | 18.9% | -4.5% | 37.9% | -19.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.2% | 70.6% | 5.4% | 44.2% | 26.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6% | 4.8% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 4% | 3.6% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.5% | 51% | 0.5% | 48.4% | 2.6% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 36.1% | -2.1% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 9.5% | -0.3% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around GL7 6FL this area, 9.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 53.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.1% | 9.6% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 5.3% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 10.3% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 5% | 4.0% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 15.9% | 0.0% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.8% | 53.4% | 9.6% | 33.8% | 19.6% |
| Other | 2% | 0.5% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.5% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 93.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.6% | 93.5% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 2.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 93.3% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 5.2% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 1% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0.2% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 76.7% | 12.9% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.9% | 37.2% | -4.3% |
| Christian | 58.5% | 46.2% | 12.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lower Mill Estate was 51.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.0% higher than the Kemble average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lower Mill Estate has the 9th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Kemble and the 126th highest crime rate of 312 local areas in Cotswold .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.2%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Villa 16 Clearwater Village Lower Mill Estate, Cirencester, Gloucestershire Other, an established residential building | £67,500 | 2023-01-06 | £64,733 |
| Clearwater Village 2 Lower Mill Estate, Cirencester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2020-12-15 | £744,180 |
| Brook Villa Clearwater Lower Mill Estate, Cirencester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2017-11-30 | £610,431 |
| Plot 4 Clearwater Lower Mill Estate, Cirencester, Gloucestershire Other, an established residential building | £795,000 | 2017-05-02 | £1,031,671 |
| 51 Clearwater Village Lower Mill Estate, Cirencester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2016-07-20 | £565,849 |
GL7 6FL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
GL7 6FL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in GL7 6FL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 127 |
| Full-Time Employee | 119 |
| Self-Employed | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 45 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 31 |
| Education | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Keynes Church of England Primary School Gosditch , Ashton Keynes SN6 6NZ | 3out of 4 | 2,494 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Minety Church of England Primary School Sawyers Hill , Minety SN16 9QL | 3out of 4 | 3,466 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaksey CofE Primary School The Street , Oaksey SN16 9TG | 3out of 4 | 3,707 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ann Edwards Church of England Primary School Berkeley Close , South Cerney GL7 5UW | 3out of 4 | 3,936 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kemble Primary School School Road , Kemble GL7 6AG | 3out of 4 | 5,007 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 306.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 306.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.